How long does it take from Universidad de Santiago to El Bosque by metro?

The journey from Universidad de Santiago to El Bosque takes approximately 29 minutes by Santiago Metro, covering 11.13 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Universidad de Santiago to El Bosque?

The token fare from Universidad de Santiago to El Bosque is $800. With a smart card the fare is $800 (save $0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's $800.

Which platform at Universidad de Santiago for El Bosque?

At Universidad de Santiago, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Los Dominicos. Look for the electronic board showing "Los Dominicos".

What is the last train from Universidad de Santiago to El Bosque?

The last train from Universidad de Santiago towards Los Dominicos departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from El Bosque back towards Universidad de Santiago departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Universidad de Santiago to El Bosque?

There are 8 stops between Universidad de Santiago and El Bosque on the Línea 1. The stations are: Universidad de Santiago, Los Héroes.

Universidad de Santiago To El Bosque

ShortestShortest Route

Universidad de Santiago

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Los Dominicos

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Los Héroes

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.33 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00

interchange Los Héroes — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 2 ·Platform 3 Towards Vespucio Norte

+5 min

Los Héroes

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 2Towards Vespucio Norte

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Toesca

+3.05 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Parque O'Higgins

+6.1 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

San Miguel

+15.25 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Lo Vial

+18.3 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

El Bosque

Arrive Platform 1·underground9.8 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

29 min

Total time

stops

11.13 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Universidad de Santiago	05:00	23:00	Towards Los Dominicos
El Bosque	06:00	23:00	Towards Universidad de Santiago

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

$800

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

$800

Save $0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

$800

Save $0 per ride

Use your Santiago Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.50 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.69 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~45 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

$800

Bike

$76

Auto

$164

Cab

$294

Estimates for 11.13 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

San PabloLos Dominicos

Línea 1

Vespucio NorteEl Bosque

Línea 1

TobalabaPlaza de Puente Alto

Línea 1

Plaza de MaipúVicente Valdés

Línea 1

Departure station

Universidad de Santiago

underground

Universidad de Santiago, Santiago, Chile

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

El Bosque

underground

El Bosque, Santiago, Chile

Weekdays: 06:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 06:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

El Bosque exit 1· El Bosque area♿

El Bosque exit 2· El Bosque area♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines